Deportivo Pasto Women 1–2 Fortaleza CEIF FC Women | Colombian Liga Betplay Femenina – 11 May 2026

Fortaleza CEIF FC Women came from behind to claim a vital 2‑1 away win against Deportivo Pasto Women at the Estadio Departamental Libertad. The result strengthens Fortaleza’s hold on a playoff spot while dealing a blow to Pasto’s hopes of climbing the table.

Match Overview

Pasto started brightly and took a deserved lead in the 19th minute through a composed finish from striker Laura Cepeda. However, Fortaleza grew into the match after the interval and equalised just before the hour mark. The winner came midway through the second half, leaving the home side with little time to respond.

Key Moments

• 19′ ⚽ – Laura Cepeda (Pasto) – collected a through ball and slotted past the advancing goalkeeper.
• 58′ ⚽ – Valeria Ospina (Fortaleza) – headed home from a corner to level the score.
• 73′ ⚽ – Gabriela Méndez (Fortaleza) – finished a swift counter‑attack with a low shot inside the box.
• 90+2′ – Pasto’s substitute María Sánchez saw her close‑range effort saved by Fortaleza keeper Daniela Reyes.

Tactical Story

Pasto employed a high‑press 4‑4‑2, forcing Fortaleza into early mistakes. After the equaliser, Fortaleza switched to a more direct approach, bypassing Pasto’s midfield with long balls to target forwards. Pasto’s full‑backs struggled to contain Fortaleza’s wide runners, and the second goal came from exactly that overload.

Standout Players

• Valeria Ospina (Fortaleza): Scored the crucial equaliser and was a constant aerial threat.
• Laura Cepeda (Pasto): Took her goal well and worked tirelessly but lacked support in the final third.
• Daniela Reyes (Fortaleza): Made four saves, including the late stop that secured the three points.

Season Impact

Fortaleza CEIF FC Women move to 28 points, consolidating fourth place in the Liga Betplay Femenina. Deportivo Pasto remain in ninth spot with 16 points, now seven points away from the playoff places with only five rounds left.